From its amazing archaeological treasures to its gastronomic delights and from its rich history to its melting pot of cultures, Peru offers visitors a wide array of attractions-and on this tour, you'll experience its highlights. Plus, you'll have the thrilling opportunity to cruise through the Galápagos Islands. Start in Lima, a cosmopolitan city steeped in history with pre-Columbian ruins, Spanish colonial buildings, and remnants of colonial mansions. On your sightseeing tour, you'll see many of its famous sights. High in the Andes Mountains, Cusco is the oldest continuously inhabited city in South America and is sure to please history buffs. Learn about the Incas' struggles with the invading Spaniards on your tour of Cusco and visit the Temple of Sacsayhuaman, built in the early 12th century with some stones weighing more than 350 tons. Try to figure out how it was built so precisely without the help of modern machinery and technology! Of course, no vacation to Peru is complete without visiting Machu Picchu. Built around 1450 at the height of the Inca Empire, Machu Picchu is located in a gorgeous mountain setting above the Urubamba Valley. Stand in awe as you witness it-it is one of the most majestic images in all of South America!Not only will you visit the must-see sights, you'll also have an opportunity to learn about Peruvian life. Experience a Mother Earth ceremony performed by a local shaman. These ceremonies thanking Mother Earth and asking for good health and safe travels have been practiced in Peru since before the arrival of the Incas. You'll also stop at a local Peruvian food market and visit a home to meet some of the locals and experience their way of life. Conclude your vacation by cruising through the Galápagos Islands, where you will witness red and blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, sea lions, land iguanas, and much more. For even more spectacular beauty and fun, you can swim or snorkel in search of sea life such as octopus, sea horses, and starfish. Also, spend time in Quito, where a sightseeing tour shows you its highlights-a perfect conclusion to an amazing adventure!

Included Features:

LIMA Sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit San Francisco Monastery; visit a [LF] local Peruvian food market; welcome dinner at a local Peruvian restaurantSACRED VALLEY[LF] Mother Earth Ceremony with a shaman; visit Awanakancha and Pisac; visit Ollantaytambo and [LF] a local home for a glimpse into rural Peruvian life MACHU PICCHUTake the Vistadome train through the Urubamba Valley; sightseeing with a Local Guide and a second entrance to the ruins on your second day in Machu PicchuCUSCOSightseeing with a Local Guide; [LF] participate in a celebratory pasacalle (Andean parade); visit the cathedral, Santo Domingo Monastery, Kenko, and the Temple of Sacsayhuaman; farewell dinnerGALÁPAGOS ISLANDSSightseeing in Quito; 3-night Galápagos Islands cruise

Galapagos Legend

Enjoy a cruise in the in the most extraordinary wildlife sanctuary of South America. The Galapagos Legend expedition-style ship offers you the best in Galapagos escorted tours, with accommodations that will pamper you and choices that will allow you to direct your own luxury vacation experience. From private plane flights over the spectacular Galapagos Islands and the lush jungle of the upper Amazon Jungle (before or after your Galapagos cruise), to snorkeling among the rare fish of the Galapagos Islands, there is an activity for everyone. The Luxury Galapagos tours we offer can be personalized to fit your dream of the perfect adventure style vacation. The Galapagos Legend will personally take you through the wonderful world of the Galapagos Islands. The cruise experience also features spacious air-conditioned cabins and suites, delicious local and international cuisine, and the most popular Galapagos Islands itineraries.

Globus vacation packages are built on the belief that each destination should become a fascinating chapter in the story of your life. Globus tours are enriching journeys—we make sure travelers experience local culture and unique attractions that remind you why you love to travel.

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When we envision the perfect vacation, we see great hotels, amazing food, incredible sightseeing, and above all, we imagine creating memories galore! What we don't picture is what it takes to organize a jaw-dropping, stress-free getaway. From transportation to hotels; and from researching must-see attractions to organizing daily schedules, planning a vacation is no easy task. That's where a tour comes in. On a tour, a professional handles all the details, logistics, and scheduling for you.